Posted on Saturday, March 29, 2025 in
Seafood Recipes
Irresistible Creamy Coconut Shrimp Recipe
Indulge in this irresistible creamy coconut shrimp recipe, bursting with rich flavors, velvety coconut sauce, and tender shrimp for a tropical delight.
| Preparation time | 15 min |
| Cooking Time | 10 min |
| Ready In | 25 min |
| Level of Difficulty | Easy |
| Servings | 4 |
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
| Calories | 220 |
| Fat | 15g |
| Carbs | 6g |
| Protein | 16g |
Ingredients
14 oz (400g) thawed and peeled shrimp3/4 cup (7 fl oz / 200ml) coconut milkSalt to tasteBlack pepper to taste1/2 cube of fish, shrimp, or chicken bouillon1 tbsp butter or margarine1/2 onion, chopped1/4 cup (4 tbsp) tomato sauce1 tsp paprika2 tbsp cream cheese
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Preparation
- In a pan, heat the butter and sauté the chopped onion until golden.
- Add the shrimp, season with salt and black pepper, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring to evenly brown.
- If the mixture is too dry, add 1/4 cup (60ml) of water. If the shrimp releases water, skip this step.
- Stir in the coconut milk, tomato sauce, bouillon cube, and paprika, and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Add the cream cheese, stir, and cook for another minute, then turn off the heat.
- Serve with a side of rice, pasta or fries.
Recipe & Photo Credit: Amando Cozinhar
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